Data Protection
Privacy Policy A 66
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This website is provided by MDPI AG, Grosspeteranlage 5, 4052 Basel, Switzerland (“MDPI”), as the data controller in accordance with Art. 4 GDPR.
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This privacy policy informs you about how data is processed when you visit this website. We reserve the right to adjust this privacy information at any time to ensure it always reflects current factual and legal conditions. Please review the privacy policy regularly when visiting our website. The version published on this website is always the current version. Data processing is subject to Swiss law and, in the area of web tracking, to the General Data Protection Regulation of the European Union (GDPR).
If you have any questions regarding data protection, please contact:
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A 66
St. Alban-Anlage 66
4052 Basel
basel-events@mdpi.com
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Data Processing
When you visit our website, online identifiers such as IP addresses or cookies are automatically collected. If you contact us (e.g., by email or phone), we collect the data you provide and exchange, including metadata about the communication. We collect and use data about your behavior and preferences to better tailor our offerings. Additionally, where legally permitted, we may obtain data from publicly available sources or other third parties (e.g., social media, internet analytics services).
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Purposes of Processing
We process your data for the following purposes: Provision of the website, general communication with you, marketing and relationship management, improvement and development of our offerings, analysis and optimization of website usage, security purposes, compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.
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We collect personal data for various purposes, including processing inquiries, reservations, bookings, cancellations, communications, subscriptions, partnerships, or job applications. In some cases, we supplement collected data with information from other sources to ensure accuracy and completeness and to optimize communication and services to your individual needs.
Information related to your website usage is also collected, including via technologies such as cookies.
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Legal Basis
Data processing is conducted in accordance with Swiss data protection law and, for web tracking, GDPR. If processing is based on consent, you will be informed separately with the corresponding purpose. Consents can be withdrawn at any time with future effect.
Where GDPR applies, we process your data under: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent), Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR (legal obligation), Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interests).
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Data Sharing with Third Parties
For the purposes above, we may share your data with service providers such as IT providers or tool providers. We also provide data to authorities where legally required.
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International Data Transfers
Data may be processed outside Switzerland. If the recipient country does not meet Swiss data protection standards, we ensure legal transfer, e.g., via EU Standard Contractual Clauses, other legally permitted measures, or your consent.
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Data Retention
Data is generally deleted once the purpose is fulfilled and no legal retention obligations remain.
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Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against loss, access, misuse, and alteration. However, due to the structure of the Internet, unauthorized disclosure may occur, which is beyond our control. We recommend using strong passwords and taking other measures to protect your data.
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Your Rights
As a data subject, you have the right to:
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Access information about data we store and process about you
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Request correction of your data
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Request deletion or restriction of your data
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Object to data processing
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Request data portability
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Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner)
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Individual Data Processing
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Website Usage: When visiting our website, browser data is automatically sent to our server, including:
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IP address
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Date and time of access
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Duration of access
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Country
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Browser type
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Referrer URL
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Operating system
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Access provider
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Landing and exit pages
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The website is hosted by Wix.com Ltd., Israel, with SSL encryption. Data processed by third parties or in countries with lower data protection is based on Standard Contractual Clauses. Wix is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. detailed information can be found here.
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Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data stored in your browser. They ensure security, performance, and optimal user experience. You can configure cookie settings via the cookie banner or your browser. Disabling cookies may limit website functionality.
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WIX Analytics
This website uses the web analytics service WIX Analytics, which is provided by Wix.com Ltd.
Wix.com Ltd is a company based in Israel. If data is processed by affiliated companies or third parties in countries that do not have legislation providing adequate data protection, this is done based on the Standard Contractual Clauses. In addition, WIX is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.
Detailed information can be found here.
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Google Services
The following additional Google services are used on this website:
We use various services provided by Google LLC based in the USA, or, if you are normally located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, by Google Ireland Ltd. based in Ireland (“Google”). For the processing of personal data when using Google Maps, Google LLC is always responsible. We use the following Google services on our website:
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Google Maps
Further information on each service can be found below.
Google uses technologies such as cookies, browser web storage, and tracking pixels, which enable the analysis of your use of our website. The information generated about your use of our website may be transmitted to a Google server in the USA or other countries and stored there. Information on the locations of Google’s data centers can be found here.
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We use tools provided by Google, which according to Google may process personal data in countries where Google or its subcontractors maintain facilities. Google promises in its “Data Processing Addendum for Products where Google is a Data Processor” to ensure an adequate level of data protection, based on the EU Standard Contractual Clauses.
Further information on processing by Google and privacy settings can be found in Google’s privacy policy here and the Google privacy settings here.
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Google Maps
With Google Maps, a map with functions for convenient use is displayed on this website.
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reCAPTCHA
reCAPTCHA is a service that attempts to distinguish whether a certain action on the internet is performed by a human or a computer program. reCAPTCHA is used as part of the double opt-in process when registering for the newsletter. Learn more about Google services here.
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Social Networks (Social Media)
We maintain online presences on social networks to communicate with users active there and to provide information about us and our products.
From the website, you can reach the respective social media platforms via links. Detailed information and the privacy policies of each platform are as follows:
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Detailed information and the privacy policies of LinkedIn can be found here, Meta here, and Instagram here.
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If you have questions regarding data protection, please send an email to basel-events@mdpi.com.
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Published: 03.09.2025
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Exclusive jurisdiction is Basel-Stadt.